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Gyeonggi [1](경기도 Gyeonggi-do, 京畿道) is a province of South Korea.

Cities

  • Suwon - the provincial capital, famous for its Hwaseong Fortress
  • Bundang - an affluent suburb of Seoul and an IT centre
  • Gimpo - where the Gimpo International Airport is
  • Incheon - the main gateway to Korea where the Incheon International Airport is at
  • Paju - nearest to DMZ, focal point of interest for visitors
  • Sanbon
  • Uijeongbu - a mostly military city, famous among TV buffs as the home of the fictional 4077th MASH
  • Yongin - location of large scale amusement parks/resorts and the Korean Folk Village
  • Icheon - the historic center of Korean ceramics and home to several hot springs resorts.

Other destinations

  • Panmunjeom - the truce village in the DMZ between North and South

Culture and History

The most populous province in South Korea, "Gyeonggi" means "near the capital", an apt description of this province wrapped around Seoul. However, it is not without its natural attractions. Ironically the DMZ (the northern border), which is the most heavily armed area in the world, has become an ecological paradise. Gyeonggi province, which is split in two by the majestic Hangang river, has been inhabited since prehistoric times. It contains a significant number of ancient relics, and due to its proximity to Seoul it’s also home to several important historical sites dating from the Joseon era.

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Flights and airtickets to Gyeonggi

Incheon International is Korea’s largest airport and is served by over 70 airlines. It’s known as the gateway to Korea.

By train

The Seoul subway system links to some of Gyeonggi’s towns, such as Incheon and Suwon, as well as areas like Goyang, Bundang, and Namyangju. The Gyeongchun mainland line runs from Seoul to eastern destinations such as Cheongpyeong and Gapyeong and is known as one of the country’s most scenic rail routes. The Jungang line runs southeast from Seoul and stops at Yangpyeong station. Should the border re-open then the Donghae Bukbu line will once again connect Gyeonggi with North Korea.

Buses to Gyeonggi

Red commuter buses run from the center of Seoul out to the suburbs. Other destinations can be reached by a large number of express buses that mainly run from Dong Seoul and Nambu bus terminals. From Incheon International Airport, airport limousine buses also run to many destinations in Gyeonggi.

Tours and Getting around Gyeonggi

Gyeonggi tourist attractions and sightseeing

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Gyeonggi Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

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